Director of Special Education — Trauma-Informed Leader

Servingschools; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 81,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus ($10,000)

Job summary

Sweetser School in Maine seeks a Special Education Director to lead the Saco campus programs and guide teachers, clinicians, and related services in delivering integrated therapeutic education. The role drives student outcomes within a trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate framework.

Ideal candidates will have a Master’s in education or related field with leadership experience overseeing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with special education requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or related field is required.
• Educational leadership credentials or eligibility preferred.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in special education.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for overall educational programs and establish high-quality teaching expectations.
• Ensure IEP implementation, accommodations, and behavioral supports across settings.
• Collaborate with clinicians, school psychologists, and related services to support students.

Skills

Leadership

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Education

Master's degree in education

Educational leadership

Job description

Sweetser School in Maine seeks a Special Education Director to lead the Saco campus programs and guide teachers, clinicians, and related services in delivering integrated therapeutic education. The role drives student outcomes within a trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate framework.

Ideal candidates will have a Master’s in education or related field with leadership experience overseeing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with special education requirements.